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[28 Nov 2009 | No Comment ]
Combat the winter doldrums

photo by synaptic happenings
The winter months can drag on. Holidays and utilities increase your expenses. Add that it’s cold and flu season, and it’s not uncommon to get the winter blahs. Before you go stircrazy for spring, prepare yourself with a few blah-busting tips.
What frugal activities do you do during winter months?
Here are a few suggestions.
FOOD FLAIR: Splurging a bit on food is a nice winter luxury. Plan …

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[27 Nov 2009 | 6 Comments ]
Home alone for the holidays

photo by Lisa Sanderson
Spending the holidays without family can be lonely. Festivities tend to focus on families being together. Maybe you’re alone for the holidays or are divorced and divide time with your ex-spouse. If you know you’ll be alone or with just your spouse and no other family, start planning now. If you’ve been alone for the holidays, what have you done to celebrate?
Here are a few ideas.
SLEEP IN: …

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[27 Nov 2009 | 247 Comments ]
Black & Decker Energy Saver Series contest giveaway

This contest is now closed. Black & Decker has generously sponsored this Energy Saver Series contest giveaway.

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[25 Nov 2009 | 133 Comments ]
Contest giveaway: How To Survive (and perhaps thrive) On A Teacher’s Salary book

Danny Kofke has sponsored a copy of his book titled How To Survive (and perhaps thrive) On A Teacher’s Salary for this contest giveaway. This contest is now closed.

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